Patents by Inventor Melvin E. Mittendorf

Melvin E. Mittendorf has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Hinge connector for connecting structural frame members
    Patent number: 8245479
    Abstract: A hinged connector for use in pivotally connecting structural components has improved robustness to carry greater loads through a hinged joint formed using the hinged connector. In one aspect ribs are formed in the hinged connector adjacent the pivoting location. Parts are shaped and arranged to resist tearing in tension and buckling in compression.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2012
    Assignee: Mitek Holdings, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary N. Gannon, David C. Wert, Melvin E. Mittendorf, Robert A. LePoire
  • HINGE CONNECTOR FOR CONNECTING STRUCTURAL FRAME MEMBERS
    Publication number: 20100269445
    Abstract: A hinged connector for use in pivotally connecting structural components has improved robustness to carry greater loads through a hinged joint formed using the hinged connector. In one aspect ribs are formed in the hinged connector adjacent the pivoting location. Parts are shaped and arranged to resist tearing in tension and buckling in compression.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 27, 2009
    Publication date: October 28, 2010
    Applicant: MITEK HOLDINGS, INC.
    Inventors: Gary N. Gannon, David C. Wert, Melvin E. Mittendorf, Robert A. LePoire